Shakespeare Distillery
Discover Shakespeare Distillery and experience the fusion of tradition and innovation!
Nestled in the historic town of Stratford upon Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Shakespeare Distillery is a carbon-neutral artisan spirit producer established in 2015. Their passion for the Tudor period inspires them to craft meticulously handcrafted spirits in small batches, ensuring every bottle is a masterpiece.
At Shakespeare Distillery, they blend traditional and sometimes forgotten ingredients with modern techniques to create unique and exciting spirits. Their range includes premium, handcrafted gins and rums, all made entirely onsite. Among their creations are the award-winning Stratford Dry Gin and Jester Rum!
Visit the Award-Winning visitor centre
- Located just outside town, their visitor centre opened its doors in 2019. Here, immerse yourself in the world of distilling with engaging distillery tours and gin schools.
- Explore the distillery shop and relax in the coffee and cocktail lounge. The visitor centre has been recognized with Gold and Silver awards from the West Midlands Tourism Awards in 2020 and 2022, and has received Tripadvisor's Travellers’ Choice Award for the past two years.
- Check out Judith’s School of Spirits, where rum schools, cocktail masterclasses, and gin tasting experiences are hosted.
- Using slow distillation and a select cut, they create beautifully complex spirits that are smooth enough to be sipped neat or enjoyed with mixers. Their gin, inspired by Tudor knot garden botanicals, is produced in small handcrafted batches using traditional ingredients from Shakespeare's era.
Join Shakespeare Distillery and discover the enchanting world of handcrafted spirits. Book tickets today and be part of their story!
Shakespeare Distillery: Morning Tour
Discover unique ingredients, fascinating history and craft secrets when you take a guided tour at Shakespeare Distillery! Suitable for ages 8+
Shakespeare Distillery: Afternoon Tour
Discover unique ingredients, fascinating history and craft secrets when you take a guided tour at Shakespeare Distillery! Suitable for ages 8+
Shakespeare Distillery: Gin School Experience for Two
Ever dreamed of becoming a master distiller and crafting your own signature gin? Book Shakespeare Distillery now!
Shakespeare Distillery: Cocktail Masterclass
Dive into the fascinating history of cocktails and master the art of mixology with the Shakespeare Distillery's very own expert mixologist!
Shakespeare Distillery: River Avon Gin Tasting Cruise
Enjoy a delightful 60-minute cruise with a gin & tonic, on the picturesque River Avon!
Shakespeare Distillery: River Avon Gin Tasting Cruise
Enjoy a delightful 60-minute cruise at 6pm with a gin & tonic, on the picturesque River Avon!
Shakespeare Distillery
Stratford-upon-Avon,
CV37 9RQ
How to find us
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Yes, the Shakespeare Distillery in Stratford-upon-Avon has on-site parking, which is free of charge
Yes, Shakespeare Distillery is wheelchair accessible. The main entrance has a ramp, and the floor inside is all on one level. There is also a disabled toilet and the option for a lower workstation in the Gin School room